Skeleton Coast Camp

Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is scenically located in a broad valley at the confluence of two tributaries of the dry Hoanib River in the northern part of the private Palmwag Concession. Its location thus straddles the Palmwag area and the iconic Skeleton Coast National Park, in one of the most remote areas of the Kaokoveld.

The camp consists of seven large tents and one family unit, each comprising stylish en-suite bedrooms with shaded outdoor decks. Flanked to the east and west by rugged hills, the camp looks out over stunning, starkly beautiful scenery and offers guests all the luxuries and amenities for an unforgettable stay. Highlights include: (hoanib)

Vast, remote, isolated wilderness offering excellent viewing of Namibia’s distinctive desert-adapted wildlife
Diverse activities showcase spectacular scenery, unexpected oases and enormous sand dunes
Seal colonies that line the endless dramatic shores of the Skeleton Coast are a fascinating sight

The eight large en-suite tents (including one family unit), the main area and pool look out over rugged scenery: a wide valley that slopes down to the almost-always dry Hoanib River.

Standard Tents
7 twin-bedded units with two three quarter beds, en-suite bathroom and shaded deck.

Family Tent
1 family unit consisting of 2 rooms, each with their own bathroom. Main bedroom has two three quarter beds which can be converted into king-size bed on request; 2nd bedroom with two three quarter beds.

Nature drives
Nature drives showcase the magnitude of the landscape and offer the best possibilities of seeing desert-adapted wildlife. Morning or afternoon drives are available, as well as full-day excursions.

Guided nature walks
Guided nature walks from camp are an exciting way to get up close and personal with desert-wildlife. As well as the possibility of spotting big game, it is also a good opportunity to study the smaller creatures and the fascinating plant life of the concession.

Excursion to the Skeleton Coast
On a stay of three nights (or more) full-day excursions to the Skeleton Coast are offered. The fascinating 4x4 trip to the coast takes you via the wilderness and wildlife of the Hoanib River and floodplain, which include Klein Oases Spring and driving through a dune field - while the Skeleton Coast itself reveals a rocky coastline with its huge Cape fur seal colonies and shipwreck remains. Following a picnic lunch, the return flight back to camp offers a magnificent perspective of your journey from the air.

Day excursions
Operating within our concession area and on offer to all guests, these trips leave camp early in the morning, include a picnic lunch, and return to camp in the mid to late afternoon. It includes Mudorib Springs, exploring remote areas in the south of our allocated exclusive concession area, with the red basalt landscapes of the Damaraland. Amongst other general game species, guests have the chance of seeing Hartmann's mountain zebra and the desert-adapted rhino. In the northern and eastern area of the Hoanib, the valleys offer spectacular scenery.
*Subject to private vehicle availability, to guarantee this excursion a private vehicle needs to be booked and paid for.

Interaction with wildlife researchers
Presentations and interaction with wildlife researchers are planned when researchers are in camp, or nearby. These include all current research, in particular the good work being done by Dr Flip Stander and his team on the unique desert-adapted lion.

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Visitors in Namibia are awed by the varied environments and cultures in this African destination. Ranging from the Namib Desert to coastal plains to wooded fields, Namibia offers extensive opportunities to explore a pristine natural environment and spot wildlife. Tourists can immerse themselves in a wealth of settings and a large ethnic mix of cultures and people. Volunteer vacationers and humanitarians traveling to Namibia can find opportunities to help a community in need while on their trip abroad. Many non-profit groups accept donations to help make a difference in the region.

Many of the service projects in Namibia work to improve educational standards and wellness in the African communities. Groups work to improve education provide supplies and support to local schools. Visitors can donate school supplies and art supplies to these groups. Wellness service projects work to provide medical care and support to under-served communities. Travelers interested in responsible tourism can donate medical supplies to help these groups.

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